Opal Iris peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Opal Iris'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Tall
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Light pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Opal Iris' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Opal Iris') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, and perennial beds. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and loamy soil. The large, semi-double flowers are light pink with salmon shading that fades to white with age. Sarah A. Pleas bred it, and the long stems hold the blooms well in good weather.
Pairs well with American Gold Rush black-eyed Susan, Sedge, and Picture tulip.